Which of the following would be the . most logical first step to solving this quadratic equation

Mathematics

2 answers:

mrs_skeptik [129]2 years ago

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Hello!

When solving a quadratic equation, we should begin by confirming that the right side is equal to 0. The equation above, however, contains a 2 on the right side.

Therefore, the most logical first step would be to subtract 2 from both sides, leaving the ride side equal to 0.

I hope this helps!

Oliga [24]2 years ago

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Answer:

Option D is correct.

Step-by-step explanation:

$x^2-4x+16= 2$

In order to simplify the equation the first step is to subtract 2 from both sides to make 0 in the right side and converting it in standard form

$ax^2+bx+c=0$

therefore option D is correct

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